Events & Awards

RETHINK 2027

The MLC’s flagship summit returns June 27–30, 2027 — emerging technologies, operational strategies and leadership trends transforming modern manufacturing.

ALL EVENTS

Browse the full calendar of upcoming conferences, programs and member-exclusive experiences.

MASTER CLASS SERIES

Virtual executive learning sessions — webinars, Tech Talks and Rethink Deep Dives.

PLANT TOURS

Exclusive behind-the-scenes visits to advanced
manufacturing facilities and smart factories.

LEADERSHIP AWARDS

Recognizing operational and leadership excellence on the transformation journey to digital manufacturing.

2026 FINALISTS & WINNERS

See the companies and leaders honored in this year’s competition.

START YOUR NOMINATION

About the MLC

ABOUT THE MLC

Chart the Right Course for your Business in the Era of Manufacturing 4.0

BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Senior manufacturing executives and industry experts guiding the direction of the council.

LEADERSHIP TEAM

The team dedicated to helping manufacturing leaders accelerate innovation and progress toward Manufacturing 4.0.

NEWSROOM

Events & Awards

RETHINK 2027

The MLC’s flagship summit returns June 27–30, 2027 — emerging technologies, operational strategies and leadership trends transforming modern manufacturing.

ALL EVENTS

Browse the full calendar of upcoming conferences, programs and member-exclusive experiences.

MASTER CLASS SERIES

Virtual executive learning sessions — webinars, Tech Talks and Rethink Deep Dives.

PLANT TOURS

Exclusive behind-the-scenes visits to advanced
manufacturing facilities and smart factories.

LEADERSHIP AWARDS

Recognizing operational and leadership excellence on the transformation journey to digital manufacturing.

2026 FINALISTS & WINNERS

See the companies and leaders honored in this year’s competition.

START YOUR NOMINATION

Welcome New Members of the MLC August 2024

Introducing the latest new members to the Manufacturing Leadership Council

Robert Best August 1, 2024

Mike Critchlow

VP, North America Supply Chain
Valvoline

https://www.valvoline.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-critchlow-2a584a6/

Daniel Dempsey

Senior Director of Manufacturing Engineering
New Balance

www.newbalance.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielpdempsey/

Esther Galantowicz

Chief Commercial Officer
TXI Digital

https://txidigital.com/industries/industry-4.0

https://www.linkedin.com/in/estherg/

Jay Mehta

Head of Manufacturing Engineering, Integration & Automation
First Solar

https://www.firstsolar.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-mehta-425725a/

Tim O’Neal

Global Operations Director for Operational Excellence and Leveraged Services
Dow, Inc.

https://www.dow.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-o-neal-6269a864/

Dave Riordan

Vice President and Site Head Limerick Biologics
Eli Lilly

https://www.lilly.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/davelillylimerick/